Kays Translations
Just another Isekai Lover~
Chapter 333: The First Party
And so, the Clover Count family’s very first party was held.
The newly completed mansion was constructed on an expansive plot of land, so large in scale that it seemed almost excessive for a count’s household.
In the vast gardens, several tables were lined up, making it a standing buffet-style party.
Though the gathering was supposed to be a small affair limited to those associated with the Clover Count family, in reality, all the invitees were powerful figures of the Iwood Kingdom.
“Welcome, here are the welcome drinks.”
“We’re honored you could come. Please enjoy yourselves.”
Viola and Primula took the initiative in receiving and entertaining the arriving guests.
Viola wore a crimson dress, while Primula was adorned in a sky-blue one. Both looked radiant in their finery, the elegance suiting them perfectly.
“Ah, my daughters. We are honored to be invited today.”
“You seem to be doing well. Keep up the good work.”
The first guests to arrive were Marquis Rosemary and his wife.
Both appeared in refined suits and gowns befitting nobles of their rank.
Rest, clad neatly in a black tuxedo, stepped forward to greet them with courtesy.
“Father-in-law, Mother-in-law… thank you for coming from so far.”
“Not at all. It is only natural to attend our daughters’ new household’s first celebration.”
“Yes, and you’re getting along well with our girls, I trust?”
“Of course.”
To Marquis Rosemary and Lady Eilish, Rest bowed deeply.
“I am lacking in many ways, but they are always there to help me. I am deeply grateful.”
“I see… that’s good to hear.”
“Make sure you give us at least three grandchildren each. Don’t worry, I’ll arrange excellent midwives.”
“……”
“……”
“……”
“……”
Why would she say that here?
At Eilish’s blunt words, husband, daughters, and son-in-law all fell silent at once.
“Hm? Why is everyone so quiet?”
“Is something the matter?”
Just then, new guests arrived.
It was Yuri Catreya in a light-green dress, and Celestine Crocus in a pure white gown.
Behind them stood three men in tuxedos. Two of them were immediately recognizable: Marquis Catreya, the commander of the knights, and Duke Crocus, the kingdom’s chancellor.
The fathers of Yuri and Celestine—Duke Crocus wore a gentle smile, but Marquis Catreya had the sour expression of a man who had just bitten into a persimmon. Clearly, his feelings toward Rest, due to Yuri’s involvement, were complicated.
(So they both came… but who’s the third man?)
Though Rest had sent them invitations out of courtesy, he had assumed they would reply with polite declines, being such busy men.
“Welcome, we’re honored you could make it.”
“Um… and this gentleman is…?”
“He is accompanying us.”
“Pleased to meet you, Count Clover. I am Count Walnut.”
The bearded middle-aged man introduced himself with solemn dignity.
Though of the same rank as Rest, there was a weight of presence in him that demanded respect.
(…He might be a far greater figure than I thought.)
“A pleasure to meet you, Count Walnut. Thank you for taking the time to come.”
Rest did not know of him, but responded as politely as he could.
“I am but inexperienced. Please, I ask for your guidance.”
“Mm, very well. I look forward to it.”
The Count nodded in satisfaction and extended his hand.
Rest clasped it firmly in return.
“…Hmph.”
“……”
From nearby, Rest felt a wave of relief coming from Albert, Marquis Catreya, and Duke Crocus.
Judging by their reactions, it was clear—this was not a man one could afford to slight.
“Please enjoy yourself to the fullest.”
“Here’s a welcome drink.”
Viola and Primula greeted him politely, handing him a glass.
“My thanks, ladies.”
“Then, Count Walnut, this way please.”
“Mm.”
Count Walnut walked away with Duke Crocus and Marquis Catreya to a corner of the venue.
Albert and Eilish followed as well, joining them in conversation.
After that, more guests continued to arrive:
—Schoolmates Louise Gistal, Maurice Louie, and Will Eduard.
—Comrade-in-arms Wilhelm Lubase, who also governed new frontier lands.
—Student Council members Andrew Iwood, Eusgos Betras, Lilanda Marker, Isis Carbelt, and Jack Hugrut.
“They came.”
And then—the source of Rest’s current worries. Urla Lavender.
As usual, Urla was attended by her maid, and beside her stood none other than Margrave Loser Lavender.
“…Welcome. Thank you for coming, Lavender-sama, Lady Urla.”
Viola greeted them, a faint tension in her voice.
Dealing with Urla alone would not have been difficult, but with the Margrave himself present, she could not afford the slightest slip.
Margrave Lavender was a latent political enemy of the Rosemary faction, a man who pushed for aggressive foreign wars and threatened the nation’s peace.
“Hohoho! It is an honor to be invited, Count Clover.”
“We are grateful for your presence…”
“I apologize for my meager hospitality the other day. Next time, please stay longer and allow us to make amends.”
“…Of course.”
Though he laughed like a harmless old man, his true intentions were, as ever, unreadable.
“So that’s Margrave Lavender…?”
“Loser Lavender… the man himself?”
Elsewhere, Albert and Marquis Catreya frowned deeply.
Duke Crocus also wore a difficult expression, the three of them clearly uneasy.
“Well then, I shall enjoy myself today. Hohoho!”
And so, with nearly all the invited guests present, Count Clover’s very first party began.
But amidst the celebrations for the completion of his new mansion, uninvited tensions also made their presence felt—marking a lively yet ominous beginning.